Luxury Family Hiking Trips made for you

The new more casual sister lodge to Reserva Inkaterra, Hacienda Concepción is more easily accessible and with the same values placed on sustainability, service and authenticity as its sibling. A plantation house from the 1950s, constructed in the typical Amazonian Hacienda style surrounded by 819 hectares of rainforest and on the grounds of what used to be a cacao and rubber plantation, this lodge also used to be an ecological research centre, which speaks for both its location and profound biological knowledge of the region. With an emphasis on your Amazonian experience, its 6 rooms and 19 cabanas are quite open to the exotic environment around you but are impressively clean, simple and comfortable. The cabanas are the same level of luxury as those of its sister, the Reserva Inkaterra. Next to a natural oxbow lake, the lodge acts as a buffer zone between the Tambopata National Reserve and the shores of the vast Madre de Dios River, so your daily river or land expeditions to explore the rainforest pretty much begin from the threshold of your room.

On the wonderfully scenic Annapurna trekking route is Thasang Lodge, a charming property with some of the best views of Mount Nilgiri and Mount Dhaulagiri. Make the most of these vistas by beginning the day watching the sun rise over majestic peaks, before trekking around the incredible land. With just 16 guestrooms, Thasang Lodge is an intimate affair, promising personal service, while the restaurant serves up tasty local meals. The rooms here are rustic and comfortable, providing the perfect place to rest and enjoy the mountain and river valley views after a day of Himalayan exploring. Head out into the countryside and discover nearby monasteries, mountain and river trails, Tatopani Hot Springs and Dhaulagiri icefall. The Annapurna region is very popular with nature walking enthusiasts and there are various routes to explore around the lodge.

The luxury Playa Cativo Eco Lodge is unique in the beauty of its secluded surroundings: accessible only by boat, it’s set on 1,000 acres of private rainforest with both the Piedras Blancas National Park – a former extension of the Corcovado National Park – and its own pristine, sandy beach on its doorstep. The lodge is well aware of the value of its environs and practices high sustainability policies. It was built using precious indigenous wood salvaged from an older lodge and a fallen-tree program and fittingly, each of its comfortable rooms have been decorated using reclaimed hardwood and colourful tile works crafted by local artisans. The bathrooms feature hot-water rain showers and biodegradable bathroom amenities, and each suite is just a few steps away from the beach with majestic ocean views. Surrounded by some of the most unspoilt rainforest in the world, Playa Cativo Eco offers an unrivalled opportunity to immerse yourself in nature. Speak to your travel designer about adding excursions such as kayaking in the Rio Esquinas Mangrove-Ocean, hiking in the Piedras Blancas Nature, guided expeditions to the Nocturnal Rainforest, beach, rainforest and wetland birdwatching tours, Golfo Dulce half-day snorkelling trips, standup paddle boarding adventures, and dolphin and whale sightseeing to your stay.

Once a sanatorium, this spa hotel near Brixen draws on the power and simplicity of nature and the ancient knowledge of the Celts to create a wellness experience that fulfills both body and soul.

This quiet holiday resort in the Jungfrau region lies nestled in the unspoiled and unique alpine countryside at the foot of the famous Eiger North Face. The 35 rooms feature wood paneling and furniture, stone-clad walls, soft fabrics in neutral tones and warm, inviting lighting. The theme of mountain sports and forests runs through the house, from the colour palette to the small details. Enjoy the stylish ambiance by candlelight as chef Sebastian Schuster and his team prepare delightful dishes using products from around the region in the Alp Room. The contemporary design is reminiscent of alpine huts and barns. There is also a terrace where you can relax amongst the flowers and spot roped climbers making their way to the summit through the telescope. Outdoor activities in the area include hiking, biking and climbing in summer; and skiing, snowboarding, sledging, curling and ice-skating in winter. The village is lively and sporty, but there are quiet, idyllic corners like Hotel Aspen where travelers can take time out to unwind. Allow your body, soul and spirit to be guided in the enchanting spa and take advantage of the herbal steam room, wood sauna, ice fountain and outdoor whirlpool.  

Fiordland Lodge is privileged to sit in a World Heritage Site on the shore of the unforgettable Lake Te Anau. Rolling green meadows dotted with thickets of forest and bush meet snow-capped mountains, painting a gorgeous New Zealand tapestry of unrivalled wilderness and surreal landscapes. A maximum of 29 guests in 10 luxurious suites can stay in the refined comfort of the lodge or in two self-contained, exclusive log cabins. Each of the private rooms and suites overlooks the picturesque waters and rolling grasslands that surround the property. While being a lakeside resort, it is only a short drive to the nearby tourist town of Te Anau. While the culinary team is small at the lodge, they deliver huge taste experiences with a farm-to-table philosophy. The kitchen fully utilises local connections, with all produce coming from the farmers, cheesemakers and independent producers of the region. The resident drinks expert will happily provide suggestions to complement your meal, drawing on the list of exquisite vintages, colourful cocktails, fine beers and classic spirits. Beyond the lodge, you can discover the famed New Zealand countryside in isolated bliss. Guided fishing trips, hikes and walks allow you to savour the real gems of this wonderful and wild land. For the ultimate adventure, hop into a helicopter to get a bird’s-eye view of remote alpine environments before landing atop Mount Luxmore to visit Luxmore Hut. Alternatively, journey underground into the mysterious and captivating Te Anau Glowworm Caves. Across the lake lies over three million acres of untouched wilderness that makes up the Fiordland National Park, part of the South West New Zealand World Heritage Area.